Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 55 minutes.
Bengaluru's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Bengaluru five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Choose from 20 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flights. The 11:05 departure with Virgin Atlantic is the earliest you can take. British Airways operates the latest service of the day at 14:15.
To ensure you catch your LHR to BLR flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
British Airways offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bengaluru — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates LHR to BLR flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between LHR and BLR:
San Francisco International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
₹ 21,472 is the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 35,388. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from LHR to BLR, reserve your trip six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to BLR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:
Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
If you're getting in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BLR:
Go where the road takes you with a Kempegowda International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Fox - Rent A Car and see more of Bengaluru and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kempegowda International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
From Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
August is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Bengaluru in April.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kempegowda International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Bengaluru during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to BLR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres east of Bengaluru, a visit to Chennai will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of India, consider Tirunelveli, roughly 467 kilometres south of Bengaluru. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are highlights.